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World Bank upgrades Vietnam to upper-middle-income status

According to the World Bank’s latest update released on July 1, Vietnam’s gross national income (GNI) per capita reached 4,970 USD in 2025, exceeding the institution’s 4,636 USD threshold for upper-middle-income economies.

Top leader attends ceremony marking 50 years of Saigon-Gia Dinh bearing late President’s name

Politburo sets six priorities for implementing Resolution No. 57

Localities propose reforms to improve three-tier administration model

New administrative system must deliver new governance capacity: Top leader

ASEAN must become active force in shaping new rules of era: Vietnamese PM

ASEAN should continue upholding the values that have underpinned its success - solidarity, resilience and unity in diversity, while embracing greater innovation in both thinking and action. The bloc should remain firm in its principles while becoming more agile in its responses to emerging challenges and opportunities, said PM Le Minh Hung.

Digital transformation fuels demand for cybersecurity talent

According to the National Cybersecurity Association (NCA), cyberattacks are rising in both frequency and severity. Attackers are targeting critical infrastructure, personal data, and public services with increasingly advanced methods. This isn't just a technical glitch, but a systemic vulnerability requiring a workforce that can analyse and respond in real time.

Vietnam demonstrates strong responsibility towards international community

Party General Secretary and State President To Lam has affirmed Vietnam's demonstration of a strong sense of responsibility to the international community through its commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050.

Party official urges Farmers’ Union to drive innovation, place farmers at centre of development

Farmers must be regarded as the centre, key stakeholder, goal, and driving force of all activities of the Vietnam Farmers’ Union, said Politburo member and Permanent member of the Party Central Committee’s Secretariat Tran Cam Tu.

Da Nang fireworks festival lights up cultural heritage

On June 6 evening, the second competition night of the Da Nang International Fireworks Festival 2026, themed “Heritage”, took place along the banks of the Han River, attracting large crowds of residents and visitors.

ASEAN Future Forum 2026 advances peace, prosperity, and a people-centred vision

This year’s theme reflects ASEAN’s need to act with greater unity, imagination, and practical ambition at a time of deep global uncertainty. It underscores the belief that ASEAN’s future must be shaped together - with peace as the foundation of regional stability, prosperity as the driver of sustainable development, and people at the center of regional cooperation.

Vietnam’s industrial production records strongest five-month growth in four years

Vietnam’s industrial production maintained strong momentum in the first five months of 2026, with the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) rising 9.1% year-on-year, the highest growth rate for the period in the past four years, according to the Ministry of Finance’s National Statistics Office (NSO).

Trade turnover up 25% in first five months of 2026

Vietnam’s total trade turnover hit 445.12 billion USD in the first five months of 2026, marking a 25% increase from a year earlier. Exports grew 19.5%, while imports surged 30.8% year-on-year.

Vietnamese PM hosts welcome ceremony for Lao counterpart

Since the establishment of diplomatic relations on September 5, 1962, the two nations have maintained close and enduring ties, demonstrating unwavering solidarity and mutual support in their respective causes of national construction and defence.

Vietnam, Laos foster great friendship, strategic cohesion

Vietnam and Laos will continue to stand together, share strategic interests, support each other’s development and coordinate closely in addressing common challenges. The Vietnam–Laos relationship remains an invaluable legacy and an exceptional model of international cooperation and shared development in the new era.

Hanoi bets on aviation network to power economy

The capital’s newly approved master plan places aviation infrastructure at the centre of long-term economic development, with a second international airport and low-altitude transport network expected to reshape urban growth, logistics and high-tech industries.

Ho Chi Minh City seeks to unlock potential of night-time economy

Despite its vibrant lifestyle and strong demand for entertainment, Ho Chi Minh City’s night-time economy has yet to realise its full potential.

Hanoi’s century plan: Advancing modern, standardised education network

Hanoi’s 100-year master plan, approved under Decision No. 2512/QD-UBND, sets out to modernise and standardise education infrastructure, prioritising high-demand urban and industrial areas while aiming to eliminate school shortages.

Vietnam shows off homegrown humanoid robots in Austria

The event paired a robotics showcase with an innovation networking session, spotlighting Vietnamese companies’ research, development and technological mastery in robotics, automation and artificial intelligence.

Sun Group makes SITF 2026 debut with Phu Quoc flight promotions

For many years, the RoK has remained one of Vietnam’s largest international tourism markets. As travel demand between the two countries continues to grow strongly, Sun Group’s first participation at SITF is seen as a significant step in both the group’s international tourism promotion strategy and Vietnam’s broader efforts to attract global travelers.

Vietnam, Russia prepare for key intergovernmental meeting

Chernyshenko described Vietnam as one of Russia’s most important partners in the region and praised the positive momentum in bilateral cooperation.

Hanoi eyes global megacity status by 2085

Hanoi has approved a master plan with a 100-year vision, setting the course for the capital’s long-term development through 2085 and beyond.

Vietnam shares vision, preparations for APEC 2027

Deputy Foreign Minister Le Thi Thu Hang underlined the importance of stronger coordination between APEC and other regional and global mechanisms in order to improve efficiency and optimise resources in addressing common challenges.

Vietnam on right track to remove growth bottlenecks

The global economy has been hit by a series of major shocks in recent years, creating considerable pressure on highly trade-dependent economies such as Vietnam. As the Government pursues the ambitious goal of achieving double-digit growth, identifying both the country's strengths and internal constraints has become more important than ever.

Vietnam's manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index hits three-month high in May

The S&P Global Vietnam Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) rose to 52.8 in May, up from 50.5 in April and reaching its highest since February.